Takeuchi Tb228 235 250 Operators Manual

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SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
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This symbol represents the safety alert.
The message that follows the symbol
contains important information about
safety.
Read and understand the message to
avoid personal injury or death.
It is the owner or employer’s responsibility
to fully instruct each operator in the
proper and safe operation of all
equipment. All persons using this
machine should thoroughly familiarize
themselves with the contents of this
manual.
All operators must be instructed on the
proper functions of the excavator before
running the machine.
Learn and practice correct use of the
machine controls in a safe, clear area
before operating this machine on a job
site.
WARNING
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Improper operation, inspection and
maintenance of this machine can cause
injury or death.
Read and understand this manual before
performing any operation, inspection or
maintenance on this machine.
Always store this manual near at hand
preferably on the machine itself. If it should
be lost or damaged, immediately order a
new one from your Takeuchi dealer.
When transferring ownership of this machine,
be sure to hand this manual to the next
owner.
Takeuchi supplies machines complying with
the local regulations and standards of the
country of export. If your machine has been
purchased in another country or from a
person or company of another country, it
may not have the safety devices or safety
standards required for use in your country.
Should you have any question about whether
your machine complies with the regulations
and standards of your country, contact a
Takeuchi dealer.

SIGNAL WORDS
Safety messages appearing in this manual
and on machine decals are identified by the
words “DENGER”, “WARNING” and
“CAUTION”. These signal words mean the
following:
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazard with a
medium level of risk which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT: The word IMPORTANT is
used to alert operators and maintenance
personnel about situations which could
result in damage to the machine and its
components.
It is impossible to foresee every possible
circumstance that might involve a potential
hazard. The warnings in this manual or on
the machine can not cover all possible
contingencies. You must exercise all due
care and follow normal safety procedures
when operating the machine so as to ensure
that no damage occurs to the machine, its
operators or other persons.

CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low
level of risk which, if not avoided, could
result in minor moderate injury.

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INTRODUCTION

FOREWORD
This manual describes operation, inspection
and maintenance of the machine, as well as
safety instructions to be heeded during these
operations.
If you have any questions about the
machine, please contact a Takeuchi sales or
service outlet.

MANUAL STORAGE COMPARTMENT SERIAL NUMBERS

A compartment for storing this manual is
provided at the position shown on the
diagram below.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the machine
name plate with the serial number.
Check the serial numbers of the machine
and engine and write them down in the
spaces below.

Machine number:

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1. Insert the starter key and turn it

counterclockwise to open the cover under
the seat.
2. After using the manual, place it in the �������

plastic pouch and store it back in the

manual storage compartment. Engine number:

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MACHINE DESCRIPTION

FRONT, REAR, LEFT AND RIGHT FEATURES

• Tilting up the operator seat floor for easier
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• Automatic travel shift-down system
• Short pitch rubber crawler
• Low engine noise and exhaust emissions
• Electronic control of auxiliary hydraulic
circuit
• Single button operation for engine
deceleration
• Slew motors are equipped with shockless
valves
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BREAK-IN PERIOD
When the machine is new, operate the
machine for the first 100 hours (as indicated
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This manual refers the front, rear, left and Using a new machine without a break-in
right of the machine as seen when sitting in period will lead to quicker deterioration of
the operator’s seat with the dozer blade machine performance and may shorten the
visible to the front. machine’s service life.
• Sufficiently warm up the engine and
hydraulic oil.
DESIGNATED OPERATIONS • Avoid heavy loads and rapid operations.
Use this machine primarily for the following Operate with a load of about 80% the
operations: maximum load.
• Excavation • Do not abruptly start up, accelerate,
• Digging ditches change directions, or stop unless
• Digging side ditches necessary.
• Leveling
• Loading

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NOTES ON READING THIS MANUAL
Please note that the descriptions and
diagrams included in this manual may not be
applicable to your machine.
The numbers used in the illustration are with
circles around them. The same numbers
appear between the parentheses in the text.
(Example: (1))

Symbols used in this manual

The symbols used in this manual have the
following meanings.
, X ....... Prohibition
.............. Lock
............. Unlock

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 CONTENTS
Introduction .....................................0-2
Machine description ........................0-3
Safety ..............................................1-1
General precautions ................................ 1-2
Precautions when preparing .................... 1-7
Precautions when starting ....................... 1-9
Precautions when operating .................. 1-11
Precautions when stopping ................... 1-19
Precautions when transporting .............. 1-20
Precautions on maintenance ................. 1-21
Safety signs (decals) .............................. 1-30
Controls ...........................................2-1
Names of components (Canopy) ............. 2-2
Names of components (Cab) ................... 2-4
Covers..................................................... 2-6
Starter key ........................................... 2-6
Front cover (tool box) ........................... 2-6
Fuel lid ................................................. 2-7
Fuel filler port ....................................... 2-7
Side cover ........................................... 2-8
Engine hood ........................................ 2-8
Cab ......................................................... 2-9
Cab door ............................................. 2-9
Emergency exit .................................... 2-9
Front window ..................................... 2-10
Lower front window ........................... 2-11
Side window ...................................... 2-11
Emergency hammer (optional) ........... 2-11
Seat and seat belt ................................. 2-12
Seat < TB228 > ................................. 2-12
Seat belt <TB228> ............................ 2-13
Seat < TB235 / TB250 > ................... 2-14
Seat belt <TB235 / TB250>............... 2-15
Instrument cluster .................................. 2-16
Warning lamps................................... 2-16
Indicators .......................................... 2-17
Meters ............................................... 2-17
Hour meter ........................................ 2-17
Switches ............................................... 2-18
Starter switch .................................... 2-18
Horn button ....................................... 2-18
Deceleration button ........................... 2-18
Automatic deceleration switch ........... 2-19
Auxiliary hydraulic switches ................ 2-19
Third auxiliary hydraulic switch and
buttons (Option) ................................. 2-20
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Travel speed switch ........................... 2-21
Light switch ....................................... 2-21
Wiper switch ...................................... 2-21
Levers and Pedals ................................. 2-22
Safety lock lever ................................ 2-22
Throttle lever ...................................... 2-22
Operating levers ................................ 2-23
Blade lever......................................... 2-23
Travel levers/pedals ........................... 2-24
Boom swing pedal ............................. 2-24
Auxiliary hydraulic pedal (option) ........ 2-25
Accessories ........................................... 2-26
Heater ............................................... 2-26
Heater (for cold climates) ................... 2-27
Air conditioner ................................... 2-28
Cup holder ........................................ 2-33
Cigarette lighter ................................. 2-34
Ashtray .............................................. 2-34
Interior light ........................................ 2-35
Mirrors ............................................... 2-35
External power sockets (for EU) ......... 2-35
Radio (Cab type) ................................ 2-36
Auxiliary hydraulic lines ...................... 2-40
Operation .........................................3-1
Before starting operation ......................... 3-2
Getting on or off the machine............... 3-2
Walk-around inspection ....................... 3-2
Daily inspection.................................... 3-2
Starting and stopping the engine ............. 3-3
Before starting the engine .................... 3-3
Starting the Engine .............................. 3-4
Warming up the engine ........................ 3-5
Stopping the engine ............................ 3-5
Operating the machine ............................ 3-6
Lever pattern (ISO pattern)................... 3-6
Lever pattern (JCB pattern).................. 3-7
Warming up the machine (hydraulic oil) 3-8
Inspection after warm-up ..................... 3-9
Operating the travel levers ................. 3-10
Stopping travel .................................. 3-13
Operating the working equipment ...... 3-14
Operating procedures ............................ 3-16
Prohibited operations ......................... 3-16
Cautions on operating ....................... 3-19
Cautions on traveling on slopes ........ 3-20
Getting out of mud ............................ 3-22
Operations possible with this machine3-22
Parking the machine .............................. 3-24
Parking .............................................. 3-24
 Inspection and checks after stopping the
engine ............................................... 3-24
Handling in cold climates ....................... 3-25
Preparing for cold climates ................ 3-25
Cautions after operations ................... 3-25
After the cold climate ......................... 3-25
Handling rubber crawlers ....................... 3-26
Prohibitions........................................ 3-26
Cautions ............................................ 3-27
Preventing the rubber crawlers from
coming off ......................................... 3-27
Transport .........................................4-1
Loading and unloading ............................ 4-2
Hoisting the machine ............................... 4-4
Securing the machine .............................. 4-5
Precautions to be taken during
transportation ...................................... 4-5
Maintenance ....................................5-1
General.................................................... 5-2
Maintenance overview ......................... 5-2
Cautions on maintenance .................... 5-2
Service data ............................................ 5-4
Fuel and lubricant table ........................ 5-4
Regularly replace the hydraulic oil ........ 5-6
List of consumables ............................. 5-7
List of tools .......................................... 5-8
List of tightening torques ..................... 5-9
Safety-critical parts ................................ 5-10
Maintenance list..................................... 5-12
Walk-around inspection ......................... 5-14
Inspecting by opening the engine hood
and covers ........................................ 5-14
Inspecting by walking around the machine5-15
Inspecting while sitting in the operator’s
seat ................................................... 5-15
Daily inspection (every 10 hours) ............ 5-16
Inspecting and replenishing the coolant ... 5-16
Inspecting and replenishing the engine oil 5-17
Inspecting the water separator........... 5-17
Inspecting the fuel level ...................... 5-18
Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level
and replenishing ................................ 5-18
Lubricating the working equipment .... 5-20
After the initial 50 hours (only for new
machines) .............................................. 5-21
Replacing the engine oil and the oil filter... 5-21
Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt .. 5-22
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Inspecting and adjusting the
compressor belt (AC) ......................... 5-22
Every 50 hours ...................................... 5-24
Inspecting and adjusting the crawler
tension .............................................. 5-24
Lubricating the slew bearing .............. 5-26
Draining the water from the fuel tank.. 5-27
Inspecting the battery fluid level and
replenishing ....................................... 5-28
Every 100 hours .................................... 5-30
Cleaning the water separator ............. 5-30
After the initial 250 hours (only for new
machines) .............................................. 5-31
Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter 5-31
Replacing the pilot line filter................ 5-32
Replacing the travel motor gear oil ..... 5-33
Every 250 hours .................................... 5-34
Replacing the engine oil and the oil filter... 5-34
Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt .. 5-34
Inspecting and adjusting the
compressor belt (AC) ........................ 5-34
Cleaning the air cleaner ..................... 5-34
Cleaning the radiator fins and oil cooler
fins .................................................... 5-35
Cleaning the air filters......................... 5-36
Cleaning the condenser (AC) ............. 5-36
Inspecting the refrigerant (gas) level (AC) .. 5-37
Every 500 hours .................................... 5-39
Replacing the fuel filter ....................... 5-39
Every 1000 hours .................................. 5-40
Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter 5-40
Replacing the pilot line filter................ 5-40
Replacing the travel motor gear oil ..... 5-40
Cleaning the engine cooling system ... 5-40
Replacing the air cleaner element ...... 5-42
Replacing the air breather filter (If
equipped) .......................................... 5-43
Inspecting and adjusting the engine
valve clearance .................................. 5-43
Retightening the engine cylinder head bolt 5-43
Every 1500 hours .................................. 5-44
Inspecting and cleaning the engine fuel
injectors ............................................. 5-44
Inspecting the crankcase breather system 5-44
Every 2000 hours .................................. 5-45
Lapping the engine valve seats .......... 5-45
Every 4000 hours .................................. 5-46
Replacing the hydraulic oil and
cleaning the suction strainer .............. 5-46
When required ....................................... 5-48 Selecting a lever pattern ........................ 8-12
Replacing the bucket teeth and the side Switching the lever pattern ................ 8-12
cutters ............................................... 5-48 Travel alarm ........................................... 8-13
Replacing the bucket ......................... 5-52 3-hole bucket ........................................ 8-14
Adjusting the gap between the bucket Arm-in restriction system ....................... 8-15
and arm (If equipped) ......................... 5-54 Optional equipment mass ..................... 8-16
Inspecting and replenishing the Biodegradable oil ................................... 8-18
windshield washer fluid ...................... 5-55 Replacing the hydraulic oil with
Lubricating the levers and pedals....... 5-56 biodegradable oil ............................... 8-18
Inspecting the rubber crawlers ........... 5-57 Angle dozer blade.................................. 8-19
Replacing the rubber crawlers ........... 5-58
Tilting up the platform ............................ 5-60
Maintenance during extended storage period5-62
Troubleshooting ...............................6-1
Symptoms that are not malfunctions ....... 6-2
If the engine overheats............................. 6-3
If the battery goes dead ........................... 6-4
If a fuse blows ......................................... 6-6
Inspecting and replacing the fuse......... 6-6
Inspecting the fusible link ..................... 6-7
Restarting after adding fuel ...................... 6-8
Bleeding air from the fuel system ......... 6-8
If a warning lamp flashes ......................... 6-9
Other symptoms.................................... 6-10
Lowering the boom to the ground ......... 6-12
Towing ................................................... 6-13
Specifications ..................................7-1
Basic Specifications................................. 7-2
Machine dimensions ................................ 7-6
Operating ranges ................................... 7-12
Lifting Capacities ................................... 7-15
Options ............................................8-1
General precautions ................................ 8-2
Safety precautions ............................... 8-2
Cautions when installing attachments .. 8-2
Cautions when operating attachments . 8-3
Attachment combination table ................. 8-4
Hydraulic breaker .................................... 8-6
Cautions on operating ......................... 8-6
Replacing the hydraulic oil regularly ..... 8-7
Load safety device................................... 8-8
Emergency shut-off valve ..................... 8-8
Overload warning device ..................... 8-9
Accumulator .......................................... 8-10
Operating the machine with an
accumulator ...................................... 8-10
Battery switch........................................ 8-11
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 SAFETY

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 SAFETY
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
It is your responsibility to observe all
pertinent laws and regulations and to
follow the manufacturer’s instructions on
machine operation, inspection and
maintenance.
Virtually all accidents occur as the result of a
failure to observe basic safety rules and
precautions.
Most accidents can be prevented by
identifying the potentially hazardous
situations beforehand.
Read and understand all safety messages
which describe how to prevent accidents.
Do not operate the machine until you are
sure that you have gained a proper
understanding of its operation, inspection
and maintenance.
Observe all safety rules
• Operation, inspection and maintenance of
this machine must be performed only by a
trained and qualified person.
• All rules, regulations, precautions and
safety procedures must be understood and
followed when performing operation,
inspection and maintenance of this
machine.
• Do not perform any operation, inspection
and maintenance of this machine when
under the adverse influence of alcohol,
drugs, medication, fatigue, or insufficient
sleep.
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When a problem is found on the machine
If any problem (noise, vibration, smell,
disorder of instrument, smoke, oil leak or
wrong indication of alarm and panel, etc.) is
detected during the operation or inspection
and maintenance of the machine, please
inform the administrator and take proper
actions. Do not operate the machine until the
trouble is cleared.
Operating temperature range
To maintain the performance of machine and
to prevent it from early wear, observe the
following operating conditions.
• Do not operate the machine if the ambient
temperature is higher than +45°C (+113°F)
or lower than –15°C (+5°F).
· If operated at an ambient temperature of
higher than +45°C (+113°F), the engine
may overheat and cause the engine oil to
degrade.
· If operated at an ambient temperature of
lower than –15°C (+5°F), the parts made
of rubber such as gaskets may get
hardened to cause an early wear or
damage to the machine.
· If the machine is to be used outside the
ambient temperature range described
above, consult your sales or a service
dealer.
 SAFETY
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Wear appropriate clothing and protective Install a fire extinguisher and first aid kit
equipment

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������� Be prepared for fire and accidents

• Do not wear loose clothing or any • Install an extinguisher and a first aid kit,
accessory that can catch on controls or in and learn how to use them.
moving parts. • Lean how to fight a fire and how to deal
• Do not wear oily or fuel stained clothing with accidents.
that can easily catch fire. • Know how to contact emergency
• Wear a hard hat, safety shoes, safety assistance and make a list of emergency
glasses, filter mask, heavy gloves, ear contacts.
protection and other protective equipment
as required by job conditions. Wear Never remove safety equipment
required appropriate equipment such as
safety glasses and filter mask when using
grinders, hammers or compressed air, as
metal fragments or other objects can fly
and cause serious injury.
• Use hearing protection when operating the
machine. Loud prolonged noise can cause
hearing impairments, even the total loss of
hearing.

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• Make sure all protective guards, canopies

and doors are in place and secured. Repair
or replace damaged parts before operating
the machine.
• Know how to use the safety lock lever, seat
belt and other safety equipment and use
them properly.
• Never remove any safety equipment except
for servicing. Keep all safety equipment in
good operating condition.

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 SAFETY
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Use a signal person and a flag person
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Learn how to use the hand signals required
for particular jobs and make sure who has
the responsibility for signaling.
• All personnel must fully understand all the
signals.
• The operator must respond to signals only
from the appointed signal person, but must
obey a stop signal at any time from
anyone.
• The signal person must stand in a clearly
visible location when giving signals.
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Cautions when standing up from or
leaving the operator’s seat
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• Before standing up from the operator’s
seat to open/close the window or remove/
install the lower window, lower the working
equipment to the ground, raise the safety
lock levers to engage the lock and stop the
engine. If any controls should be
accidentally touched when the safety lock
levers is lowered (unlocked), the machine
will suddenly move and cause serious
injury or death.
• Note that the dozer blade and boom swing
controls cannot be locked, even when the
safety lock levers is set to the lock position.
Do not carelessly touch the blade and
boom swing controls.
• Be careful not to touch the operating levers
when raising or lowering the safety lock
levers.
• Before leaving the operator’s seat, lower
the working equipment to the ground, raise
the safety lock levers to engage the lock
and stop the engine. Also, be sure to
remove the key, lock the door and covers,
take it with you and store it in a specified
place.
 SAFETY
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Avoid fire and explosion hazards
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Keep flames away from fuel, oil, grease and
antifreeze. Fuel is particularly flammable and
dangerous.
• When handling these combustible
materials, keep lit cigarettes, matches,
lighters and other flames or sources of
flames away.
• Do not smoke or permit open flames while
handling fuel or working on the fuel system.
• Do not leave the location while refilling with
fuel or oil.
• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel
when the engine is running or still hot. Also,
do not spill the fuel on the hot surface of
the machine or the component of the
electric system.
• Clean up spilled fuel or oil immediately.
• Check for fuel, oil leak. Stop all leaks and
clean the machine before operating.
• When operating with grinder or welding,
move inflammables to a safe place.
• When handling the fuel, washing oil or
paint, open the door and windows to
ventilate thoroughly.
• Store all flammable fluids and materials in a
safe and well-ventilated place.
• The short circuit of the electric system may
cause the fire. Check for any loosened
connections or damage to the wires every
day. Retighten the loosened connector and
wire clamp. Fix or change the damaged
wire.
• Fire from the pipes:
Make sure that the clamps, guards and
cushions of the hoses and tubes are
securely fixed. If not, hoses or tubes may
be damaged due to vibration or contact
with other parts during operation. This can
cause the high-pressure oil to spurt out,
resulting in the fire or injury.
Exhaust fumes from the engine is
poisonous
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• Do not cut or weld on pipes or tubes that • Do not operate the engine in an enclosed
contain flammable fluids. Clean thoroughly area without adequate ventilation.
with nonflammable solvent before cutting • If natural ventilation is not possible, install
or welding. ventilators, fans, exhaust extension pipes
• Remove all trash or debris from the or other venting devices.
machine. Make sure that oily rags or other
flammable material are not stored on the
machine.
• Handle all solvents and dry chemicals
(foam type fire extinguisher) according to
procedures identified on manufacturer’s
containers. Work in a well-ventilated area.
• Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
Always use a nonflammable solvent.

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 SAFETY
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Handling asbestos dust
Inhaling asbestos dust can cause lung
cancer. When handling the materials which
may contain asbestos, take the following
precautions:
• Never use compressed air for cleaning.
• Avoid brushing or grinding parts containing
asbestos.
• For clean up, use a vacuum equipped with
a high efficiency particulate air filter (HEPA).
• Wear the stipulated respirator if there is no
other way to control the dust. When
working indoors, install a ventilation system
with a macromolecular filter.
• Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the
work area while working.
• Follow the rules and environmental
standard applicable to the work area.
Be careful not to get crushed or cut
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Never put your hands, feet or other parts of
your body between the upperstructure and
the undercarriage or tracks, between the
machine body and working equipment, or
between a cylinder and moving part. The
sizes of these gaps change when the
machine moves, and a person can suffer
severe injury or death.
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Using optional products
• Consult with Takeuchi before installing
optional attachments. Depending on the
type of attachments or the combination of
them, the attachment may come into
contact with the operator’s compartment
or the other parts of the machine. Make
sure that the optional attachment installed
is not contacted with other parts before
use.
• Do not use attachments that have not
been approved by Takeuchi. Doing so may
compromise safety or adversely affect the
machine’s operation or service life.
• Takeuchi will not be held responsible for
any injuries, accidents or damage to its
products caused by the use by a non-
approved attachment.
Never modify the machine
Unauthorized modifications to this machine
can cause injury or death. Never make
unauthorized modifications to any part of this
machine.
 SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING

Check the strength of the bridge

PRECAUTIONS WHEN When traveling over a bridge or a structure,
check the permissible load. If the strength is
PREPARING insufficient, reinforce the bridge or the
Know the work area structure.
Before starting operation, know the working
area condition to ensure a safety operation.
• Inspect the topography and ground
condition of the working area, or the
structure of the building when working
indoors, and take the safety precautions as
necessary.
• Be sure to avoid all hazards and
obstructions such as ditches, underground
lines, trees, cliffs, overhead electrical wires,
or places where there is a danger of falling
rocks or slides. �������

Always keep the machine clean

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• Check with the administrator for the

locations of buried gas pipes, water pipes �������

and power cables. If necessary, determine
what specific precautions must be taken to
insure safety by consulting with the
administrator.
• When working on roads, be sure to
consider the safety of pedestrians and
vehicles.
· Use a flag person and/or a signal.
· Fence off the working area and keep off
unauthorized persons.
• When working in water or crossing shallow
streams or creeks, check the depth of the
water, the solidity of the ground and the
water flow speed beforehand.
Refer to “Cautions on operating” for further
instructions.
• Clean windows, mirrors and lights to
ensure good visibility.
Adjust the mirror to the best position for
the operator to see the rear view (blind
spot) from the operator’s seat.
• Wipe off any oil, grease, mud, snow or ice,
to prevent accidents due to slipping.
• Remove all loose objects and unnecessary
devices from the machine.
• Remove any dirt, oil or grease from the
engine area to prevent fires.
• Clean around the operator’s seat and
remove any unnecessary object from the
machine.

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 SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING

Perform inspection and maintenance Emergency exit

every day Front window (excluding machines with a
front guard)

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Failure to identify or repair the irregularities or

damage on machine can lead to accidents. If you should become trapped inside the
• Before operating, perform the specified cab, open the front window to get out.
inspection and make prompt repairs where
necessary. Emergency hammer (optional)
• If a failure occurs and the operation
becomes impossible or the engine fails,
immediately stop the machine by following
the shutdown procedure, and keep
machine securely parked until the
malfunction is corrected.

Cautions in the operator’s compartment

• Remove mud and grease from shoe soles
before entering the operator’s
compartment.
Pedaling the machine with the shoes with
mud and grease will cause a slip accident. An emergency hammer is installed to be
• Do not leave the parts or tools around the used to escape from the cab in an
operator’s seat. emergency. When escaping, break the
• Do not leave any plastic bottles in the windows with the hammer.
operator’s compartment or attach any
suction cups on the window glass. The Applicable machine models
plastic bottle or suction cup act as a lens TB228: 122800611 or later
and can cause fire. TB235: 123501067 or later
• Do not use the mobile phone during TB250: 125000793 or later
traveling or working.
• Do not bring combustibles or explosives
into the operator’s compartment.
• After smoking, be sure to tightly close the
lid of the ashtray to put out the match or
cigarette.
• Do not leave the cigarette lighter in the
operator’s compartment. When the room
temperature rises, the lighter may explore.

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 SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

PRECAUTIONS WHEN
STARTING
Support your weight in a three point
secure stance when getting on/off the
machine ������
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• Do not jump on or down from the machine.
Never attempt to get on or off the moving
machine.
• When getting on or off the cab, first fully ���������

open the door to the locked position and
check that it does not move (for machines
with cab).
• Check if there is a “DO NOT OPERATE”
alert sign or similar sign is on the cab door,
controls or starter switch. If there is one, do
not start the engine or touch any levers.
• Sound the horn to warn people around the
machine.

Sit in the operator’s seat and start the

engine
• Adjust the seat to securely latch it.

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• Climb up/down the steps facing the

machine and holding the handrail to
support your weight in a three point secure
stance (hand and feet).
• Never use the safety lock lever or control
levers as hand holds.
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Before starting the machine, ask any
unauthorized personnel to leave the area
Do not start the engine until you are sure it is
safe to start the machine by checking the
following items.
• Walk around the machine and warn the
person who is servicing the machine or is
walking near the machine. Do not start the
machine until you are certain that no one is
around the machine.
• Fasten the seat belt.
• Check if the parking brake is on and all
control levers and pedals are in the neutral
position.
• Check if the safety lock lever is in the lock
position.
• Make sure that no one is near the machine.
• Start and operate the machine only from
the operator’s seat.
• Never attempt to start the engine by
shorting across the starter terminals.

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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

Starting with jumper cables In cold climates

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Use jumper cables only in the recommended
manner. Improper use of jumper cables can
result in battery explosion or unexpected
machine motion.
Refer to “If the battery goes dead” for further
instructions.
After starting the engine
After starting the engine, perform the
operations and checks described below in a
safe place with no persons or obstacles in
the area. If any malfunction is found, follow
the shutdown procedure and report the
malfunction.
• Warm up the engine and hydraulic oil.
• Check if all gauges and warning devices
are properly working.
• Check for any noises.
• Test the engine speed control.
• Operate each control to ensure they are
properly working.
• Be careful of slippery conditions on freezing
ground, steps and hand holds.
• In severe cold climates, do not touch any
metal parts of the machine with bare
hands. The skin will freeze to the metal,
resulting in severe injury.
• Do not use ether or starting fluid on this
engine. The starting fluids can cause
explosion and serious injury or death.
• Warm up the engine and hydraulic oil. If the
levers are operated without warming, the
machine will not react or move promptly or
properly, resulting in accident.

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